Spain faced Cape Verde in their World Cup opener on June 15, 2026, resulting in a 0-0 draw. Lamine Yamal, who came off the bench, was unable to assist Spain in scoring against the World Cup debutants.
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Spain and Cape Verde play to a 0-0 draw in World Cup opener
In their World Cup opening match on June 15, 2026, Spain and Cape Verde ended in a scoreless draw. Lamine Yamal, who was substituted in, could not help Spain secure a win against the debuting team.
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Spain held to shock draw by Cape Verde in their World Cup opener
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